Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southwest Santa Fe Neighborhood of Santa Fe, NM from $1,700 (16 Rentals)

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property at 1307 Rufina Ln

$1,650 - $1,700

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1307 Rufina Ln

Santa FeNM87507
property at 941 Calle Mejia

$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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941 Calle Mejia, Unit 508

941 Calle Mejia
Santa FeNM87501
property at 10C Rattlesnake Rd

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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10C Rattlesnake Rd

Santa FeNM87508

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property at 406 Griffin St

$2,200 - $2,400

2 Bedroom Rentals

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406 Griffin St

Santa FeNM87501
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Southwest Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Santa Fe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Santa Fe area of Santa Fe, NM is a Studio unit found at Santa Fe Suites priced from $900. Casitas Del Bella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Southwest Santa Fe apartments for rent in Santa Fe, NM:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Fe SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$900
Casitas Del BellaEfficiency w/ stove topStudio,1BA$925
Sierra Blanca Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Vista Alegre ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,178
Elevate at OsloStudio - 325Studio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Santa Fe, NM

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Santa Fe area is the $1.85 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta in the in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood starting from $2,439. The second greatest value Southwest Santa Fe apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Madera Apartments starting at $2,509 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.85
Madera Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.16
Cresta RanchThree Bedroom - 70% AMI3BR,2BA$1.74
Presidium Casa SienaB15W2BR,2BA$1.45
Cielo Luxury Living ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.83
The MicaThe Pinon2BR,1BA$2.17
Local 18961x1ArT1 - 1X1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.93
Evergreen Apartments1x1-B1BR,1BA$2.03
VizcayaCarlsbad1BR,1BA$2.22
Rancho Carrera ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Santa Fe

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Santa Fe?

There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Santa Fe, NM with pricing that ranges from $900 to $3,624. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Santa Fe ranging from $1,650 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Santa Fe?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Santa Fe ranges from $1,650 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,879.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Santa Fe?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Santa Fe range from $1,658 to $3,624, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,439.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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